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Happy About Joint Venturing
The following article is an exclusive excerpt from "Happy About Joint Venturing" by Valerie Orsoni.

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Understanding Equity Capital
Equity capital or financing is money raised by a business in exchange for a share of ownership in the company. Ownership is represented by owning shares of stock outright or having the right to convert other financial instruments into stock of that private company. Two key sources of equity capital for new and emerging businesses are angel investors and venture capital firms.
Choose a Structure
Many factors must be considered when choosing the best form of business ownership or structure. The choice you make can have an impact on multiple aspects of your business, including taxes, liability, ownership succession, and others.

Is Business Ownership Part of Your Destiny
For many, the thought of business ownership is very appealing. Business ownership is a way to control your own destiny, be your own boss, and ultimately build yourself a strong financial asset. There are different ways to embark on your business ownership journey. Should you start a new business, start a new franchise, or buy an existing business?

Recession-Proof Lessons of Succession
This article is based on the author’s experience in partnering with a Level 5 CEO who was orchestrating his own succession. This leadership transition represented the first at this level since the 153-year-old company became an employee owned business in a buyout from the last family owner. The company became employee-owned after 140 years of family ownership, growing more than 10 times in 10 years following the transfer of ownership. They have sustained more than 10 years of consecutive profitability as a privately held organization. Today, they generate revenue of more than $1.5 billion with over 2,500 employees of whom more than 300 are stockholders.

Empowerment – The Rewards are Greater Than the Risk
Employees must take ownership in the success of the organization. This means they must become part of the strategy employed by the company. Acknowledge their presence and contributions, and praise them at every opportunity. But, be sincere. Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric, had a favorite method of sending personal handwritten notes to employees who demonstrated some form of success. This is an employee issue that cannot be emphasized enough. Employees want to know how they are doing and they want to be held accountable. Winning organizations continuously build leaders at every level in their organization. Leaders, who actively attempt to mentor, coach and build other leaders gain respect throughout the organization and transfer knowledge, ideas, values and an attitude about success.
Advantages of Owning a Franchise
Today, many more people are considering business ownership than ever before - it's a sign of the times. As we experience great changes in our workplaces and work forces, as the general economy erodes, more and more people are exploring business ownership - to be their own boss and work for themselves rather than someone else. As those individuals begin to investigate business ownership, franchise ownership is the first choice for many. For one who has not experienced business ownership previously, franchises offer many advantages.

You Can’t Be Fired But Neither Can You Quit
Facing the issue of succession or the sale of one’s business is very much akin to addressing the need for life insurance. Neither subject is addressed with much enthusiasm by the average person. The prudent address the inevitable and prepare. Although only one eventuality exists for us as individuals, three exist for our business: Transfer to family, sell to outsider, or close down. This article is meant to shed light on the contrast betwenn business owner's expectations regarding the transfer of their business and the reality of what really happens.
Before You Invest in a Coffee Franchise
There are many people who dream of someday owning a business of their very own. Franchises make this a possibility for many people who would not ordinarily have the opportunity. While the franchise path to business ownership may be the preferred method for many would be investors it is not necessarily an easy path. There are several things that must be taken care of before the process of franchise ownership begins for your coffee franchise.
A Legal Analysis of a Preferred Method of Retail Sales
There are several methods of conducting a business in the area of retail sales. They include private ownership of one or more stores, a “chain store” system, public stock ownership of companies to provide capital for expansion and franchising. This article explores the legal aspects and benefits of conducting a business through the use of franchising.
Want to sell your business? This is how to prepare
In our experience the majority of business owners are inadequately prepared when the time comes to sell their business and transfer ownership. But, the way to ensure that the business owner maximizes the value of their business and minimize the objections raised by a potential buyer is to have squeaky-clean financials.
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